victimization
n.the act of being treated unfairly or being the target of an attack. It often describes someone who is being picked on or blamed for something they did not do.
n.the state or condition of being treated unfairly, harassed, or targeted for blame. Often refers to the systemic or intentional mistreatment of an individual within a social or professional context.
“The employee filed a complaint about workplace victimization.”
“The investigation revealed a pattern of victimization where the most talented staff members were systematically passed over for promotions.”
“Legal scholars argue that the victimization of whistleblowers serves as a powerful deterrent against the disclosure of corporate misconduct, ultimately protecting the interests of those in power.”
From victim + -ization or victimize + -ation.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.